Groundskeeper

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Groundskeeper to join our team in maintaining the beauty and functionality of our campus grounds. This position is responsible for performing a variety of landscape-related duties, including the upkeep of lawns, gardens, walkways, and outdoor spaces. The Groundskeeper will operate utility task vehicles and groundskeeping equipment to support daily maintenance tasks and seasonal landscaping projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. If you take pride in outdoor work and enjoy being part of a team that helps keep Auburn’s campus looking its best, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Maintains University grounds using hand tools such as a shovel, pick, and rake, as well as power tools including a weed eater, edger, hedge trimmer, tiller, and blower.
Operates a push and riding mower to mow grass and operates utility task vehicles to perform work.
Performs basic landscape-related duties on University grounds to include weed pulling, plant watering, pine straw/mulch installation, and sod installation.
Provides debris removal with cleaning and litter control equipment to keep University grounds, streets, and parking lots free of dirt, leaves, trash, and other debris. Maintains University hardscapes through the use of a pressure washer.
Maintains and cleans hand and power tools and equipment including, but not limited to, checking fluid levels and blade sharpness.
May be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certifications requirements as outlined by the applicable department's training and credentialing requirements.